Union School

Serving 384 students in grades 7-8, Union School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 71% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 62% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2025)

  • Grades: 7-8
  • Enrollment: 384 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 48%
  • : Top 30% in NJ
  • : 50% (Top 50%)
  • : 71% (Top 20%)
  • : 15-19% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Union School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:

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Attribute

School Overview

Union School's student population of 384 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
384 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025

School Rankings

Union School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Union School is 0.65, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (NJ)
#555 out of 2184 schools
(Top 30%)
50%
38%
71%
49%
15-19%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
16%
10%
Hispanic
24%
34%
Black
2%
15%
White
52%
38%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
0.65
Eligible for Free Lunch
5%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
6%
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Union School's ranking?
Union School is ranked #555 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New Jersey.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 71% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Union School?
384 students attend Union School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Union School students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Union School?
Union School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Union School offer ?
Union School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Union School part of?
Union School is part of Rutherford School District.

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Quick Facts (2025)

  • Grades: 7-8
  • Enrollment: 384 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 48%
  • : Top 30%
  • : 50% (Top 50%)
  • : 71% (Top 20%)
  • : 15-19% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education

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